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What a great movie for families with a strong message for all, ‘Kindness Wins!’ During the Viking Age, in he opening scene on the Island of Berk, we are introduced to a young teenage boy named Hiccup (MasonThames), the son of the Viking chief (Gerard Butler). The elders hunt the…

Have your kids ever struggled with finding a best friend? In the heartwarming live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch,” we learn how a young girl’s dreams come true when she sees an alien friend named Stitch. The movie is the live-action remake of the 2002 carton version created by Disney…

The popular martial arts drama movie “Karate Kid: Legends” (PG-13) is now playing in theaters. It’s the sixth installment of the ‘Karate Kid’ franchise, continuing the story from the 2010 film “The Karate Kid” and the 2018 television series “Cobra Kai.” I’m excited to share that the talented Jackie Chan,…

We’ve waited two years for the second half of the latest Mission: Impossible adventure, starring the daredevil stuntman Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt. I can confidently say that it has been worth the wait. Picking up where ‘Dead Reckoning’ ended, Ethan Hunt has an enormous mission to complete as The…

I truly believe a star has been born in the Netflix TV-MA rated series “The Residence” starring Uzo Aduba as Cordelia Cupp a consultant with the Metropolitan Police Department. Yes, she’s that remarkable and steals every scene she’s in. To some up her demeaner, she’s highly intuitive, brilliant and unconventional. Yes, a perfect combination…

  I’m a huge fan of Rami Malek’s work, as his Academy Award-winning portrayal in “Bohieman Rapsady’s ( 2018) as Freddy Mercury was fantastic. Rami knows how to embody a character and make it his own. In “The Amateur,” (2025) his role is that of a somewhat nerdy tech guy…

  “The Penguin Lessons” is the true story of ‘Thomas Mitchell,’ played by the remarkable English and Irish actor Steve Coogan. He’s a grieving, burned-out 50-something British High School teacher in Argentina in the year 1976, during a government dictatorship. Tom lives in St. George’s, a boarding school for wealthy…

  Seth Rogen’s “The Studio” offers a richly layered insider’s perspective on the intricate world of Hollywood filmmaking while showcasing exceptional comedic talent. Without a doubt, this 10-episode series streaming on Apple TV is the funniest show I have ever encountered. One of its standout features is the surprising inclusion…

I laughed out loud during “A Minecraft Movie,” and so did the packed audience, who applauded and cheered at the end. Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Jennifer Coolidge are hilarious together. This review comes from someone without prior knowledge of the 2011 “Minecraft” video game. However, I found it interesting…

The irresistibly charming Bridget Jones, brought to life by Renée Zellweger, makes her much-anticipated return in the delightful comedy “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.” After a nine-year hiatus, fans can once again revel in Bridget’s adventures as a mother of two, bravely navigating the joys and challenges of parenthood,…